The cheapest and fastest coaches from Karlovy Vary to Budapest
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
544 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Karlovy Vary to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlovy Vary to Budapest will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 1 buses that leave Karlovy Vary for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 544 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Karlovy Vary to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Karlovy Vary to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 544 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price | £114 Average Price |
9h 51m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Karlovy Vary to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Karlovy Vary to Budapest coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 Karlovy Vary | 12h20 | 00:50 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 09:30 Karlovy Vary | 10h15 | 19:45 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Karlovy Vary to Budapest
Buses from Karlovy Vary to Budapest run on average 20 times per day, taking around 9h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 544 km distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 544 km |
Average bus duration 9h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Karlovy Vary to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Karlovy Vary to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Karlovy Vary to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlovy Vary to Budapest by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Karlovy Vary and Budapest
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Dolní (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 10 Train: Regional
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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